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Coffee, Lunch, Dinner

Terms

The terms, in plain language.

Last updated August 2026

What this site is

Coffee, Lunch, Dinner is a paid advisory practice for consumer product brands preparing for retail. The site describes the work, hosts a self-scored diagnostic, and takes briefs for a free first conversation.

What nothing here promises

No placement, meeting, introduction, or commercial outcome is promised at any course — including Dinner. The work is preparation and judgment. Retail decisions belong to retailers.

The Table Check and the Buyer’s 12 Questions are self-assessment tools. They are honest instruments, not verdicts from any retailer, and scoring well on either is not a prediction.

Independence

This practice sells advice to brands. It does not sell access, does not represent any retailer, and does not take commissions, placements fees, or success fees from anyone. If a referral to an outside capability is ever compensated, that fact is disclosed to you in writing before you engage them.

Confidentiality

What you share in a brief or at the table stays at the table. The same is asked of you regarding methods and materials shared with you during paid work.

The ordinary things

Content on this site is owned by the practice and may not be republished commercially without permission. The site is provided as-is; liability is limited to the amount you have paid for services. These terms are governed by the laws of the state named in your engagement letter.